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BREAKING: “The Glass Castle” to remain in GHS curriculum with alterations
BREAKING: “The Glass Castle” to remain in GHS curriculum with alterations
Students with their images blurred stand and relax on Mac Field, fading into the background in front of Gates Tower.
47% of students have considered withdrawal from Grinnell College
Bakopoulos sits in his office with his three books, Summerlong, Please Dont Come Back From the Moon, and My American Unhappiness.
Garrison, Bakopoulos to leave Grinnell College
Stephanie Jones, associate professor of education, helped bring in consultants to build the department, planned for fall 2023.
African diaspora studies department approved by College
Daisys Tale was written and self-published by Liz Hansen (left) and illustrated by Makaella Mitchell (right).
“Daisy’s Tale” raises funds for animal shelter
Customers standing in line to order at Dari Barn.
Dari Barn, the beacon that signals the coming of spring
Caroline Cassidy `25 received first place at the SPARK pitch contest for the project she designed along with the Grinnell Chamber of Commerce to allow students to use dining dollars at off-campus restaurants.
SPARK pitch contest funds three innovative community projects
After Imagine Grinnell plants the trees at the residents home, the homeowner is responsible for taking care of the tree long-term.
Imagine Grinnell keeps up reforestation plan for Grinnell
The plans for the development of Sapphire Lake are yet to be refined.
Sapphire Lake plans are underway
Mary Binzley `22 speaking to a crowd while standing up.
“The Glass Castle” in jeopardy after parent files complaint
Nadia Langley and Athena Frasca look into the bathroom mirror. Allison Moore sips from a mug while seated at her dining room table.
Cribz: Editors in Chief air their dirty laundry
The five creators perch on parked bikes outside the JRC and hold their hands up to their chests in the shape of hearts.
Pedal Grinnell opens for Spring season
Students painted rocks with members of the Mayflower Community on Saturday, April 22.
Student programming returns to Mayflower Community with weekly April events
From Scarlet & Black November 20, 2006.
History Takeover: The Grinnell College Drag Show
Six students sit around tables in a HSSC classroom.
Farm House leads discussions on anti-racist agriculture
Olivia Rikabi `26 (left) and Hayden Suarez-Davis `25 (right) bring artists to campus and orchestrate production as Concerts Coordinators.
Faces of Freesound: Olivia Rikabi `26 & Hayden Suarez-Davis `25
Visiting Assistant Professor of Theatre, Dance, and Performance Studies Amanda Lee (bottom).
Grinnell Artists: Amanda Lee
The Zimbabwean Mbira Ensemble practicing in the Bucksbaum Haight Courtyard.
Spotlight on Zimbabwean Mbira Ensemble
Two gallery attendees stand looking at Kelly Banfields piece Sisterhood of the Traveling Spoons.
2023 Bachelor of Arts Exhibition
Drag Show Spring 2023: Cowboys vs. Aliens
Aquapella has been preparing weekly for their upcoming show, “Aquapella’s Britney Spears Show.”
Aquapella is ready to sync and swim
Osel Tshering `25 (right) dribbles past Garikai Gijima `26 (left) during one of International Soccer Club’s scrimmages.
ISC brings recreational soccer to Grinnell
Emma Nelson `23, outfielder, bats against Coe College on April 24.
Softball matches nationally ranked Coe College in doubleheader
Three students stand smiling with arms crossed in front of a glass wall.
QAA is queer and here to stay
Kevin Qiu lunges forward with his racket while Andrew Park waits behind him poised to receive the next volley.
Badminton Club rallies with tournament
Luke standing to the left of a football scoreboard.
Tackling mental health’s greatest opponent
Graphic by Cornelia Di Gioia.
Sage & Blunt: Ex on Eggshells
Oh Deer Volume #10
Oh Deer Volume #10
Bertie the Frog: Volume #7
Bertie the Frog: Volume #7
Beauty of Nature: Blue Jay
Beauty of Nature: Blue Jay
Letter to the Editor
Letter to the Editor
Letter to the Editor: Alumni support trans athletes at Grinnell after NCAA removes LGBTQ+ protections
Members of Chaverim Elizabeth Collinger, Batyah Selis and Nick Raphaelson (left to right), all 21.
Letter to the Editor: “Pioneers” no more
Letter to the Editor: The climate crisis
Letter to the Editor: The climate crisis
Letter to the Editor: SGA’s BLM Solidarity Statement an example of overzealous elevation of identity
Letter to the Editor: SGA’s BLM Solidarity Statement an example of overzealous elevation of identity
Oh Deer Volume #10
Oh Deer Volume #10
Bertie the Frog: Volume #7
Bertie the Frog: Volume #7
Beauty of Nature: Blue Jay
Beauty of Nature: Blue Jay
Bertie the Frog: Volume #6
Bertie the Frog: Volume #6
Beauty of Nature: Alstroemeria Daffodil
Beauty of Nature: Alstroemeria Daffodil
The signs on Valentine’s Day
The signs on Valentine’s Day
Horoscopes: What should your goal be this semester?
Horoscopes: What should your goal be this semester?
Horoscopes: Each sign as a holiday Hallmark movie trope
Horoscopes: Each sign as a holiday Hallmark movie trope
Horoscopes: Each sign as a holiday Hallmark movie trope
Horoscopes: Each sign as a holiday Hallmark movie trope
Thanksgiving Break Adventures for Each Sign
Thanksgiving Break Adventures for Each Sign
Grinnell seniors advise their first-year selves
Episode 8: Ending on a high note with The Grinnellian
Cribz: Grinnell House
Grinnell Bucket Lists
Episode 7: 24 Hours of Improv

The Scarlet & Black

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All content by Sam Rueter
Photo by Sarina Lincoln.

Rueter’s Digest: should we pay Divison I players and how should we frame the discussion?

Sam Rueter
November 15, 2018

Rueter’s Digest: Barstool Sports and carving about an American cultural sports niche

Sam Rueter
November 2, 2018

Rueter’s Digest: Jordan McNair’s death and toxic masculinity

Sam Rueter
September 6, 2018
Tommy Smith 21 blocks a shot against an opponent. Photo by Reina Shahi.

Rueter’s Digest: Sports as a Tool for Social Justice

Sam Rueter
May 4, 2018
Rueters Digest: Hammon deserves a head coaching job

Rueters Digest: Hammon deserves a head coaching job

Sam Rueter
April 27, 2018
Jackie Robinsons legacy is as important now as it ever has been. Contributed photo.

Rueter’s Digest: Remembering Jackie Robinson

Sam Rueter
April 20, 2018
Rueters Digest: Zlatans arrival is proof that the MLS is legit now

Rueter’s Digest: Zlatan’s arrival is proof that the MLS is legit now

Sam Rueter
April 12, 2018
Rueters Digest: The Importance of Tigers Resurgence

Rueter’s Digest: The Importance of Tiger’s Resurgence

Sam Rueter
April 6, 2018
DeMar Derozan of the Toronto Raptors recently opened up about depression. Contributed photo.

Rueter’s Digest: DeMar Derozan’s public dialogue about depression disrupts mental health stigmas in sports

Sam Rueter
March 8, 2018
The United States’ men’s curling team won gold at the Olympic Games in Pyeongchang, South Korea recently. While it might seem funny on the surface, sports columnist Sam Rueter ’21 admits: gold is gold, no matter the sport. Contributed photo.

Rueter’s Digest: The United States’ gold medal in curling, like it or not, is one for the record books

Sam Rueter
March 2, 2018
Rueters Digest: United States Soccer Federation President-Elect Cordeiro brings hope to U.S. soccer fans and players

Rueter’s Digest: United States Soccer Federation President-Elect Cordeiro brings hope to U.S. soccer fans and players

Sam Rueter
February 23, 2018
Rueters Digest: Indian mascot removal isnt enough

Rueter’s Digest: Indian mascot removal isn’t enough

Sam Rueter
February 16, 2018
Rueters Digest: MSU failed Nassars victims

Rueter’s Digest: MSU failed Nassar’s victims

Sam Rueter
February 9, 2018
Rueters Digest: Kobes Oscar sends hope to fellow retirees

Rueter’s Digest: Kobe’s Oscar sends hope to fellow retirees

Sam Rueter
February 1, 2018
Rueters Digest: Americas Lavar Ball problem

Rueter’s Digest: America’s Lavar Ball problem

Sam Rueter
January 25, 2018
Rueters Digest: Assault scandals magnify Grinnell athletics commitment to sexual respect

Rueter’s Digest: Assault scandals magnify Grinnell athletics’ commitment to sexual respect

Sam Rueter
November 17, 2017
Rueters Digest: World Series Lifts Spirits in Houston

Rueter’s Digest: World Series Lifts Spirits in Houston

Sam Rueter
November 9, 2017
Rueters Digest: Thoughts on Bob McNair

Rueter’s Digest: Thoughts on Bob McNair

Sam Rueter
November 3, 2017
Jemele Hills suspension from her job at ESPN has raised questions about whether the network is a place for politics. Contributed photo.

Jemele Hill proves sports journalism can’t just “stick to sports”

Sam Rueter
October 26, 2017
Rick Pitino, Louisvilles suspended head coach, has been implicated in athletic apparel scandal shaking college sports. Pitino took 98 percent of the share of Louisvilles current multi-million dollar deal with Adidas. Contributed photo.

Scandal sheds light on financial disparities in college sports

Sam Rueter
October 5, 2017
National anthem protests have led to contentious debates about patriotism, the military and social justice. Contributed photo.

Important takeaways from Trump’s comments on athletes

Sam Rueter
September 29, 2017
The Career, Life, and Service Center, a resource to support students in their professional development. Photo by Mahira Faran

Coming soon: your Career Community

Sam Rueter
September 1, 2017
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